NVQ Level 2 Plumbing and Heating Course in Paignton. Classes run at South Devon College, part-time during the day, over two years. This is a work-based NVQ, so you must already be employed in the plumbing industry. An assessor will visit you on site to observe your work, and you'll attend college workshops on agreed dates. You'll also build an online evidence diary of the work you complete. The level 2 nvq plumbing and heating qualification is awarded by City and Guilds and is the recognised competence-based route for working plumbers.
Who this course is for
This standalone NVQ serves as a diary of the work you complete while employed as a plumber.Our assessor will visit you onsite several times to evaluate your competence, and you will be expected to attend College workshops on dates agreed between you and the assessor.You will receive initial online training to help you upload evidence to your online diary. You should already be working in the plumbing industry and may be required to complete additional theory units where appropriate. The course fee includes your e-portfolio license and NVQ assessments.Upon successful completion of your NVQ, you may choose to progress onto the Level 3 Diploma in Gas Engineering.
Entry requirements
You must have completed an appropriate vocational qualification at Level 2, You will require good literacy and IT skills, You must be working alongside a qualified plumber
What you will learn
You'll demonstrate competence in plumbing and heating installation tasks in a real working environment.
You'll build and maintain an online evidence diary recording the work you carry out on site.
You'll develop skills assessed across practical plumbing tasks, including pipework, fixtures, and heating systems.
You'll complete theory units where your assessor identifies gaps in underpinning knowledge.
You'll use IT skills to upload evidence and manage your portfolio online.
How you will learn
Assessment is competence-based. A City and Guilds assessor will visit you on site on several occasions to observe and evaluate your work directly. You'll attend workshops at South Devon College on dates agreed with your assessor. You'll receive initial online training to help you upload evidence to your online diary. Where needed, you'll complete additional theory units to support your practical assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Devon College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber. How to become a plumber with a recognised NVQ.
Heating engineer. Install and maintain domestic heating systems.
Gas engineer (trainee). A step toward gas safety registration with further training.
Maintenance plumber. Reactive repairs and planned maintenance in commercial or residential settings.
Plumbing and heating engineer. Combined installation work across new-build and refurbishment projects.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. The next step for plumbers taking on more complex installation and supervisory work.
ACS Gas Safety Assessments (CCN1 and related). Required to work on gas appliances legally in the UK. Not an NVQ, but the essential next qualification for most plumbers.
Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency for Domestic Heating. Broadens your skills into energy-efficient heating systems and renewables.
